perinatal THERAPY
Mental Health Support for women and new moms who feel anxious, overwhelmed, and are experiencing challenges in pregnancy and postpartum.
The perinatal period includes the time from when you become pregnant up to a year after giving birth. The body undergoes many changes as well as shifts in your identity, responsibilities, and relationships occur, making for a time of many new adjustments. It can be a wonderful and exciting time, but it isn’t always smooth or easy. There is support for you in navigating this time in your life with greater peace and confidence.
Signs you may benefit from
Pregnancy/Postpartum Therapy
Women face many changes during pregnancy and postpartum. And life with a new baby can bring unexpected challenges and depression and anxiety can surface.
Sadness or depressed mood that persists
Feeling disconnected
Withdrawing socially
Difficulty bonding with your baby
Muscle tension and headaches
Feel panic or uncontrollable worry
Struggling with your identity as a mom
If you notice some of these symptoms in yourself, you’re not alone. Depression and anxiety are very common during pregnancy and postpartum and can occur even if it’s not your first pregnancy.
Support empowers you to heal and thrive
Your emotional and mental health is just as important as other forms of preparation and support you need and deserve as you build your family.
As a Certified Perinatal Mental Health Specialist, I offer therapy that opens a safe space for honestly sharing your feelings and experiences just as you are. Postpartum depression and anxiety are treatable, and with the right support, you’ll feel more confident and steady as you adjust to your role as a parent and all the changes that come with it.
Issues I can support you with
Assessing and treating perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (depression or anxiety during pregnancy or postpartum)
Developing a self care plan for pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum
Processing your birth experience
Transition back to work
Processing identity issues
Strengthening your relationship with your partner/spouse
Addressing family-of-origin issues that are resurfacing as you parent
Miscarriage/Pregnancy Loss
Trauma from pregnancy and delivery
Hi! I’m Helen Rubio.
I’m a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, specializing in perinatal mental health, and helping women, new moms, and their partners heal emotional wounds and cultivate a life that is deeply fulfilling. You’ve been the one to support everyone else, even if that means your own needs go unmet. There is hope for you to have a life where you feel seen and supported. Together, we’ll gently and thoughtfully move towards healing, so that you can feel whole and empowered to be more present and confident in your life and with your loved ones.
Helen Haeyeon Rubio, AMFT 140595
Schedule a free 20-minute consultation to discuss what you’re seeking and how I can help.